MUHAMMAD PERVAIZ AKHTER
Electrical Project Manager
Dammam,04
Summary
PMP Certified Electrical & Instrumentation Project Manager with over 15 years of hands-on experience delivering high-value projects across Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Industrial sectors. Specialized in transformers, substations, lighting, grounding, and both types of cathodic protection (galvanic & impressed current). Expert in electrical systems testing, instrumentation calibration and installation, and full lifecycle project execution aligned with Aramco and SABIC standards. Proven leadership managing 500+ workers, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet critical timelines, budget goals, and safety metrics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Electrical & Instrument Manager
Al Yamama Company
01.2024 - Current
- Project: Jafurah Gas Plant Project – PKG 4 | Client: Saipem / Saudi Aramco
- Lead full-cycle E&I construction (brownfield/greenfield) aligned with Aramco’s HSE, quality, and cost targets.
- Manage cable trays, LV/MV systems, lighting, earthing, and cathodic protection across 24+ sites.
- Oversaw electrical equipment testing including transformers, switchgear, lighting, grounding systems, and LV/MV systems ensuring full compliance with Aramco protocols.
- Executed and supervised both Galvanic and ICCP (Impressed Current Cathodic Protection) system installations and commissioning across multiple well pads.
- Managed coordination with civil, mechanical, and telecom disciplines to remove bottlenecks and ensure timely execution of cross-functional activities.
- Led a skilled workforce of over 500 personnel including electricians, supervisors, technicians, and subcontractors with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
- Oversee Telecom systems including CCTV/FOC installation, splicing, and testing.
- Supervise cathodic protection: deep anode bed drilling, installation, testing, and commissioning at 16 wells.
- Coordinate with engineers and contractors to resolve design clashes and optimize field execution.
- Review redline drawings, propose modifications, and enforce IEC standards for installations.
- Maintain progress reporting and update stakeholders regularly.
- Achieved 14+ months of LTI-free construction at Jafurah Gas Project.
E&I Project Manager
Expertise Contracting Co. Ltd.
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Project: North Jeddah Bulk Plant | Client: SSEM / Saudi Aramco
- Defined scope, WBS, and timelines for E&I construction per PMBOK standards.
- Chaired daily meetings with clients, engineers, and subcontractors for alignment and issue resolution.
- Led risk identification and mitigation for brownfield tie-ins and live systems.
- Oversaw grounding, LV installation, and cathodic protection to Aramco standards.
- Applied EVM for progress tracking and cost control of fence/security systems.
- Directed subcontractor execution for guard buildings and electrical terminations.
- Achieved LTI-free execution through safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Electrical Superintendent
Saudi Binladen Group - PCMC
12.2012 - 12.2021
- Handled multiple Royal Commission and Aramco projects including Fadhili, LUBREF, and SAMAC.
- Managed electrical design reviews, material procurement, and E&I installations.
- Led SCADA, PLC, DCS, Fire Alarm, grounding, and MV/LV electrical systems commissioning.
- Interfaced with QA/QC, civil, and mechanical teams to ensure smooth execution.
- Contributed to profit margins by minimizing rework and delivering on schedule.
Instrument Specialist
Abdullah A. Al-Barrak & Son Co.
12.2010 - 05.2012
- Plant: SAFCO – SABIC affiliate
- Planned and performed preventive/corrective maintenance on pressure, flow, and temperature instruments.
- Led 3shutdowns and calibration/testing of 150+ instruments with ±0.5% accuracy.
- Collaborated with electrical teams during commissioning phases, ensuring instrumentation systems were integrated properly with electrical panels and SCADA systems.
- Supported procurement and vendor evaluations for instrumentation parts.
Assistant E&I Engineer
Fatima Fertilizer Project (FFCL)
07.2008 - 06.2010
- Led construction and calibration of instrumentation systems at site.
- Assisted vendors (YOKOGAWA, KAWASAKI) in testing and installation.
- Directed shutdown activities and ensured timely restoration of systems.
- Gained practical knowledge in the coordination between E&I systems during early career foundation including support to commissioning engineers and panel testing teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
Pakistan 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Swedish Institute of Technology
Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Project & Construction Management
Key Clients / Companies.
- I have worked with below top-level companies / clients.
- SAIPEM (Italian) Company.
- Saudi Services for Electro Mechanic Works (SSEM).
- Técnicas Reunidas (Spanish) company.
- SAMSUNG Engineering.
- CTCI Corporation
- ROYAL COMMISION /BECHTEL
- Petroleum Chemicals & Mining Company PCMC (Saudi Binladin Group)
- Al Yamamam Group.
- FATIMA FERTILIZER Company limited (FFCL).
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
Timeline
PMP - Project Management Professional
04-2025
Electrical & Instrument Manager
Al Yamama Company
01.2024 - Current
E&I Project Manager
Expertise Contracting Co. Ltd.
03.2022 - 08.2023
Electrical Superintendent
Saudi Binladen Group - PCMC
12.2012 - 12.2021
Instrument Specialist
Abdullah A. Al-Barrak & Son Co.
12.2010 - 05.2012
Assistant E&I Engineer
Fatima Fertilizer Project (FFCL)
07.2008 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Swedish Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
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